Greater London · London and the South East
Roof survey in Puddle Dock, Greater London
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings across Puddle Dock, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Get in touch for a price.
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
About our roof survey in Puddle Dock
Our roof surveys cover Puddle Dock and the wider South East. Visits run seven days a week. We’re insured for professional indemnity and public liability. You get a written report by email, with photos and clear recommendations. Whether it is a house, a flat or a commercial building, the process is the same. When you are ready to book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. We survey clay and concrete tiles, natural slate and the roof space, and people most often book us about slates or tiles that have slipped or broken and condensation or damp timbers in the loft.
Much of London’s housing is flats, in converted houses or purpose-built blocks, where the roof is usually a shared part of the building. Landlords, managing agents and residents’ companies need to know what condition it’s in and what work is coming up. A defect on a shared roof can reach more than one flat. With a written report and photographs, everyone can plan from the same facts.
It is not only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Where
- Puddle Dock (RM14)
- Region
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Puddle Dock
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Puddle Dock?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
I let a flat near Upminster station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details, including who will give access on the day.
Does a roof survey replace a structural engineer?
No. We report on the roof’s condition, and Standard and Premium include structural checks. It is not a structural engineer’s report and doesn’t include calculations.
How do I arrange a roof survey in Puddle Dock?
It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or send us an email. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we will suggest the right survey. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
What does a roof survey cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose.
Do you work in Puddle Dock?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and that includes Puddle Dock.
Will you check the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
Towns and villages near Puddle Dock
What else we do in Puddle Dock
Useful tips for Puddle Dock property owners
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
Where it helps, we say which items are urgent. Some faults need dealing with soon, while others can wait for planned work. That helps you decide what to do first.
Keep the loft space ventilated. A stuffy loft collects condensation, which can dampen timbers and insulation over time. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents.
Roof by roof
Concrete interlocking tiles
Concrete interlocking tiles are common on post-war and newer homes. They’re heavy and hard-wearing, but their surfaces weather over the years.
Natural slate
Slate is one of the most durable roof coverings, but its nails often corrode first. We check for slipped, cracked and missing slates, and for clips that show past repairs.
What a roof survey looks like in Puddle Dock
If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. In outer London, interwar semis with hipped, tiled roofs sit alongside older slate-roofed terraces. If your home in Puddle Dock is one of them, bay roofs, hips and later dormers each have their own details. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
Shop and office owners around Ealing Broadway Centre may find that a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak. The streets around a church such as Moor Lane Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. Landlords with a home close to Upminster station may find that a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Puddle Dock is about 3 miles north of South Ockendon, in Greater London. We survey roofs in Puddle Dock and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Puddle Dock is one of the places in Greater London where we work. You can also see our page for Chelmsford.
We work across the RM14 postcode area for roof surveys and the streets around it. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Cranham (1 mile west), North Ockendon (1 mile south), Upminster (2 miles west), Great Warley (2 miles north) and Upminster Bridge (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Walthamstow (14 miles west), Orpington (15 miles south-west), Plaistow (12 miles west), Leyton (13 miles west), New Cross (15 miles south-west) and Romford (5 miles west).
Local landmarks in Puddle Dock
Around Puddle Dock, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Hall Mead School. Puddle Dock’s nearest station is Upminster station, roughly 1.9 miles west. A little further out are Upminster Tithe Barn Museum of Nostalgia (1.7 miles west) and Spire Hartswood Hospital (2.8 miles north). Not far away are Cranham Brickfields.
When you need someone else
Before booking, it is worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- The condition of the rest of the building (that is a RICS home survey)
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Natural slate
- Flat roofs
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- The roof space
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Puddle Dock. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
What happens on the day
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the roof space if there is safe access. All told, expect an hour or two for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a London area like Puddle Dock, the main things to sort out are parking and access: let us know about parking, the floor the property is on, any shared entrance and loft access. On the day, the roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from inside the roof space and from the roof where it’s safe.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Booking a survey
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
What affects the cost of roof surveys
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Height and safe access
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- The size of the roof
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Getting in touch
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you get in touch, it is useful to mention:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- What made you get in touch
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.